Healthcare IT Today

JULY 15, 2024

The following is a guest article by Heather Randall, PhD, Chief Compliance Officer at TrustCommerce Regardless of whether the information is clinical, financial, or demographic, patients are increasingly worried about the possibility that their personal data could be compromised.

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HIPAA Journal

JULY 15, 2023

We have compiled these HIPAA Compliance Guidelines because HIPAA rules and regulations can be very confusing for healthcare professionals tasked with ensuring HIPAA compliance at their organization. We have slightly amended it to be more relevant to HIPAA compliance in 2023. Implement effective training programs.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 10, 2024

It may seem a little early to do some spring cleaning, but not when it comes to compliance! It’s that time of the year to check your records for 2023 compliance deficiencies and set your organization up for success in 2024. Release of Industry-Specific Compliance Program Guidance (ICPG) is anticipated in 2024.

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Healthicity

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In the fast-paced world of healthcare compliance, taking a moment to assess and reassess is crucial, and the 2023 Annual Compliance Checkup Report is here to guide you through the intricacies of the evolving landscape.

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Compliancy Group

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

In the evolving healthcare industry, adhering to compliance rules and standards while staying on top of regulatory changes is paramount. A comprehensive hospital compliance work plan is pivotal for achieving these objectives. What Are Hospital Compliance Work Plans?

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YouCompli

APRIL 12, 2023

Incentives, Compensation Structures, and Consequence Management for Healthcare Compliance A new document from the Department of Justice (DOJ) will give you reason to revisit some of your healthcare compliance benchmarks. It would be prudent to conduct the same exercise now with the 2023 EECP document.

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Healthcare Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

An effective healthcare compliance program is a crucial aspect of any healthcare organization. Healthcare organizations should clearly define their expectations and the consequences for non-compliance. Healthcare organizations should clearly define their expectations and the consequences for non-compliance.

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Compliancy Group

MARCH 5, 2024

Currently, more than 2,700 organizations are using at least one or more corporate compliance software solutions. Corporate compliance management software helps eliminate inconsistencies in federal and state regulation adherence and helps maintain a company’s reputation. In 2021, the $10.10 million to rectify.

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Provider Trust

JULY 17, 2023

In our recent webinar, ProviderTrust’s Chief Compliance Officer, Donna Thiel, shared her expertise and valuable feedback from the 2023 HCCA Compliance Institute. Watch the Webinar During the Keynote Speech at the HCCA Compliance Institute this year, Office of Inspector General (OIG) Christi A.

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Medisys Compliance

JANUARY 30, 2023

Let us discuss the top compliance issues in the medical billing industry, shall we? Data Security: Data security is an increasingly important compliance issue for the medical billing industry. In conclusion, the medical billing industry is subject to a wide range of regulations and compliance issues.

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MedTrainer

MARCH 28, 2024

Healthcare compliance. Just as perplexing is who is responsible for compliance in healthcare organizations. The answer has as many layers as the definition of compliance itself. The answer has as many layers as the definition of compliance itself. Who in the Organization Is Responsible for Healthcare Compliance?

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C&M Health Law

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) published the General Compliance Program Guidance (GCPG) on November 6, 2023. The GCPG provides updated descriptions of the seven elements of an effective compliance program that health care entities have long relied upon.

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Healthicity

JULY 2, 2024

In November of 2023, the Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) released an important guidance document called the General Compliance Program Guidance (GCPG). Though these documents are welcomed by the compliance community, they are not, in and of themselves, a checklist or model compliance program.

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YouCompli

OCTOBER 24, 2023

24, 2023 –– YouCompli , a leading provider of SaaS healthcare compliance solutions, today announced it has added two of the compliance industry’s best-known and most respected professionals to its Advisory Board. Roy also is a former Mayo Clinic administrator, consultant, and compliance officer. PITTSBURGH –– OCT.

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Healthicity

MAY 21, 2024

The healthcare landscape is evolving rapidly, and compliance is more crucial than ever. The OIG’s November 2023 Healthcare General Compliance Program Guidance (GCPG) underscores the need for robust risk management and continuous improvement.

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MedTrainer

DECEMBER 7, 2023

State-specific governing bodies, such as the Bureau of Facility Standards , provide oversight with certain standards, adding a layer of complexity to successfully managing healthcare compliance in Idaho. Continue reading this overview for key aspects of healthcare compliance specific to the state of Idaho.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Healthcare compliance in Missouri is uniquely challenging due to state-specific regulations, such as the surgical smoke plume evacuation system requirement. This article provides a concise overview of Missouri’s healthcare compliance, highlighting the state-specific requirements to be aware of.

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Health Law Advisor

AUGUST 25, 2023

It is axiomatic that New York State requires every Medicaid provider to have an “effective” compliance program. These regulations were proposed to implement portions of the New York State 2020-2021 Budget Bill amending the mandatory compliance program requirements. New York Social Services Law § 363-d.

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Verisys

MAY 3, 2023

7 Core Elements of Healthcare Compliance Plan and How to Measure Them Healthcare compliance regulations are complex and ever-changing, but are an essential part of any healthcare organization’s effort to provide safe, high-quality care for patients. What is an effective healthcare compliance program?

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Healthicity

MAY 16, 2023

If you’re like me, you were in hog heaven at the HCCA’s Compliance Institute in Anaheim. It was so nice catching up with friends and colleagues while meeting and making new friends too.

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MedTrainer

JUNE 4, 2024

Maintaining compliance in hospitals, health centers, and other clinically based pharmacies goes beyond the handling, dispensing, and prescribing of drugs. Pharmacy compliance rules require staff to properly manage electronic prescriptions, maintain mandatory licenses, and complete continuing education (CE) courses.

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Healthcare IT Today

MARCH 15, 2023

Outlined below are the implications of the five biggest trends in information management for 2023. Most managed to scamper through the last 2 years of pandemic-induced chaos with a patchwork of quick fixes, which will simply not survive the back-to-business volumes in 2023.

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HIPAA & Health IT

APRIL 18, 2023

Privacy, data security and regulatory compliance affect companies in every industry. She and Elizabeth Litten , Fox Rothschild’s Chief Privacy & HIPAA Compliance Officer and the Co-Chair of its Privacy & Data Security Practice Group, will discuss developments in data privacy and what lies ahead in the ever-changing privacy landscape.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Managing healthcare compliance in Ohio presents a unique set of challenges for compliance officers, healthcare professionals, and administrators. Organizations need to successfully navigate the regulatory landscape in order to provide efficient and ethical healthcare services, and to avoid consequences for non-compliance.

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Hall Render

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

On November 6, 2023, the Office of Inspector General (“OIG”) for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (“HHS”) issued new General Compliance Program Guidance (“GCPG”) for members of the health care compliance community and other health care stakeholders.

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YouCompli

JANUARY 16, 2024

Insights and Feedback from 2023 Before moving on from 2023, it is important to take time and get feedback from business partners to ensure an “outside-in” perspective is included in your 2024 plan. There are three areas that support moving from a reactive to a proactive compliance program.

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MedTrainer

JANUARY 31, 2024

Healthcare compliance isn’t a new concept. Who started the first healthcare compliance program? It was passed to combat fraud by government contractors during the conflict and set the stage for future compliance regulations. However, it wasn’t until the mid-20th century that healthcare compliance regulations and programs began.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Similar to other states, maintaining healthcare compliance in Florida State involves meeting state-specific regulations and requirements. This post offers an overview of must-know compliance requirements for Florida. Eligible patients include Florida residents with specific qualifying conditions.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Healthcare compliance regulations can vary significantly from one state to another, so managing healthcare compliance in Virginia may be different compared to other states. Regulations Unique to Virginia To meet the standards of healthcare compliance in Virginia, there are a few additional regulations.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

A unique set of rules and standards can pose a unique set of challenges for overseeing healthcare compliance in Indiana. Just as in other states, Indiana health professionals and groups must have a firm grasp of state-specific regulations in order to effectively manage their healthcare compliance.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Managing healthcare compliance in Texas is nuanced and challenging. For successful compliance management in Texas, healthcare organizations need to develop a strong system for tracking and interpreting regulatory changes, and promptly adapt to these modifications.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

Colorado, like other states in the United States, has its own set of regulations and requirements that make managing healthcare compliance in Colorado tricky. To effectively manage compliance, healthcare organizations must establish a robust system for monitoring and interpreting these changes and swiftly implement necessary adjustments.

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MedTrainer

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Ensuring healthcare compliance in New Hampshire involves maintaining both federal and state guidelines, while providing quality patient care. New Hampshire healthcare organizations must develop dynamic compliance programs to keep up with evolving regulations. Two significant changes were made in 2023.

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MedTrainer

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

How are healthcare organizations ensuring compliance and minimizing exposure risks to false claims? In this blog, we’ll share how healthcare organizations are managing compliance around false claims and safeguarding both the integrity of healthcare services and the welfare of patients.

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MedTrainer

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

As is the case with every state, there are distinctive challenges in the management of healthcare compliance in North Carolina, shaped by its own unique regulations. Keep scrolling for a summary of the crucial elements of healthcare compliance relevant to North Carolina.

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MedTrainer

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Maintaining compliance with healthcare regulations and standards isn’t just a legal requirement; it’s a crucial element in upholding patient safety, data security, and the overall integrity of healthcare practices. Hear more on compliance essentials from a panel of expert healthcare surveyors. Why Is Healthcare Compliance Important?

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Healthcare Law Blog

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

New Subpart 521-1: Compliance Programs The adopted regulations represent substantial changes to 18 N.Y.C.R.R. Part 521 governing the implementation and operation of effective compliance programs for certain “required providers,” including, now for the first time, Medicaid managed care organizations (MMCOs). [1]

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